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Which Canine Curriculum Should You Choose?

Which Canine Curriculum Should You Choose?

What science has to say about the best way to train your dog.

JonBee jumps up at Cesar Millan, his sharp teeth snapping repeatedly. Millan calmly yanks on the leash and pulls the wolf-like Korean Jindo away. This continues for over a minute, with Millan’s face remaining undisturbed and JonBee’s owners gasping on the other side of the living room. Finally, the dog shows a moment of weakness. Millan quickly pins him to the floor and rolls him onto his side. Millan’s calmness seems to be reflected in the dog now lying frozen in submission. More…

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Spider Glue: An Eco-Friendly Alternative?

Spider Glue: An Eco-Friendly Alternative?

Two newly discovered proteins in spider webs could one day be used in a natural adhesive.

Darwin’s Rottweiler and Dawkins’s Dogma

Darwin’s Rottweiler and Dawkins’s Dogma

Is evolution a theory or fact?

Will Eggplant be the World’s Next GM Crop?

Will Eggplant be the World’s Next GM Crop?

India’s biotech regulator says genetically engineered eggplant is safe for commercial use, but critics argue otherwise.

Natural New York

Natural New York

Scientists track the city’s wildlife with binoculars, ink pads and motion-triggered cameras.

Teeth Timing

Cycles of enamel growth on teeth and bone vary animal to animal.

Contemplating Oneness: The Neuroscience of Meditation

Neuroscientists at New York University study longtime meditators to glean insight into how our brains work.